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Beowulf, Virtues Of A Hero
Part 1 of Paper ....ugh the qualities of the heroic character in an epic poem. Beowulf exemplifies many of the characteristics admired by the Anglo-Saxon culture. Four virtues demonstrated in Beowulf were courage, strength, boastfulness, and intelligence.
His bravery is illustrated as he 'quickly commanded a boat filled out…now when hi.... Part 2 of Paper ....ail shirt' and carrying a 'naked sword' but also kills several sea monsters. Although he would seem a braggart in our culture this display, quite the opposite of modesty, was respected and even admired by the Anglo-Saxons.
His intelligence becomes evident when he opts to enter his battle with Grendel sans any weapons. His wit is obvious when he realizes that 'the monster's scorn for men is so great the he needs no weapon and fears none.' He understands that the monster can use his own weapons .... |
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